ITCZ Brings Rain to Mindanao – PAGASA

Zamboanga Peninsula and other parts of Mindanao are expected to experience partly cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, according to the latest forecast from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued on April 11, 2025.

As of 8:00 AM, PAGASA reports that winds will be light to moderate, coming from the east to northeast, with slight to moderate coastal conditions across affected areas.

The weather system currently affecting the region is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), as noted in Rainfall Advisory No. 3 Amendment #MINPRSD, issued at 12:30 PM. The ITCZ is bringing light to moderate rains over several provinces across Mindanao, including Lanao del Sur, Bukidnon, Maguindanao, Zamboanga del Norte, and parts of Davao Region, among others.

The advisory also warns of moderate to heavy rains in some areas, particularly in Basilan, Lanao del Sur (including Lumbaca Unayan), and parts of Sultan Kudarat, suggesting the possibility of localized flooding or landslides.

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5-Day Weather Outlook for Zamboanga Peninsula:

• Friday to Tuesday: Daily temperature will range between 22–34°C, with chances of rain and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoons and evenings. Coastal conditions are expected to remain slight to moderate.

Currently, PAGASA has no active weather warnings but continues to monitor the development of weather systems. The public is advised to stay alert and updated, especially those in flood- and landslide-prone areas.

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A new advisory will be issued at 2:00 PM today.

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